Wastewater Pathogens

By Mel C. Zimmerman, Mel C Zimmerman, Michael H. Gerardi

Book Overview

A practical guide to wastewater pathogens

The fourth volume in Wiley's Wastewater Microbiology series, Wastewater Pathogens offers wastewater personnel a practical guide that is free of overly technical jargon. Designed especially for operators, the text provides straight facts on the biology of treatment as well as appropriate protective measures. Coverage includes:
* An overview of relevant history, hazards, and organisms
* Viruses, bacteria, and fungi
* Protozoa and helminthes
* Ectoparasites and rodents
* Aerosols, foam, and sludge
* Disease transmission and the body's defenses
* Removal, inactivation, and destruction of pathogens
* Hygiene measures, protective equipment, and immunizations

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 047120692X
• ISBN13: 9780471206927
• Release Date: October 2004
• Publisher: Wiley-Interscience
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.9" x 9.9"